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The Team

The Team

Empathetic, Passionate Professionals

Every member of our team is educated to the highest standards, with a core ethos of animal care & welfare at their heart. Each one brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our rehabilitation centre. We are proud to have come for a variety of educational backgrounds, combining the best industry-led knowledge to provide your pet with the best in veterinary rehabilitation.

Laura Hackett

Lead Therapist

Laura is the owner of Apollo Animal Physiotherapy, establishing in 2018.

Pursuing an ongoing commitment & dedication to animal health, Laura has built Apollo with an incredible team, alongside her vocations which include her beautiful 2 horses & black Labrador.

Her qualifications include:

  • Masters in Veterinary Physiotherapy with the University of Nottingham
  • Level 4 Advance Aquatic Underwater Treadmill Techniques with K9HS
  • Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Physiotherapy
  • Clinical Educators Certificate (Mdx)
  • Membership Secretary for IRVAP (ICH, IRVAP)
  • Registered and Regulated by IRVAP

Heidi Ludwig

Veterinary Physiotherapist & Canine Hydrotherapist

Her qualifications include:

  • Masters in Veterinary Physiotherapy with Writtle University College
  • Level 3 Canine Hydrotherapy with K9HS
  • Registered and Regulated by IRVAP

Ellie Gray

Veterinary Physiotherapist

Ellie joined the team in October, 2022.

Ellie’s passion for animals led her on an educational journey studying Animal Management, Zoology and Veterinary Physiotherapy. Ellie joined the team pursuing her love for dogs.

Ellie specialises in all things related to the canine stifle – patella luxation and cruciate ruptures are her cornerstone.

Ellie has 3 horses and her cheeky Goldie Goose.

  • BSc Hons. Zoology
  • MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy with Writtle University College

Johanna Thacker

Advanced Hydrotherapist

Jo joined the team in December 2023, completing her Level 3 Hydrotherapy qualification with Animal Courses Direct.

She is also studying to become a Veterinary Physiotherapist, and has a real passion for helping dogs, having volunteered at many animal sanctuaries and rehoming animals.

She has a 3 legged rescue called Stella who she loves dearly.

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